Madden

Upcoming historical drama Madden follows the life of John Madden, focusing on his professional relationship with Al Davis during their successful time with the Raiders. The film tracks Madden's transition from his coaching career in the NFL to his roles as a prominent commentator and the creator of a globally recognized series of football video games developed with Electronic Arts.

The movie is directed by David O. Russell, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Cambron Clark. This production marks the latest entry in Russell's directing career, following his previous work on films such as Amsterdam and Joy. The cast features Nicolas Cage in the lead role as John Madden, with Christian Bale portraying Al Davis. Other starring roles include John Mulaney as Trip Hawkins, Kathryn Hahn as Virginia Madden, Sienna Miller as Carol Davis, and David Lengel as Trainer Tony. Produced by Amazon MGM Studios, Escape Artists, Big Indie Pictures, and Skydance Sports, the film is scheduled for release in the United States on November 18, 2026.